Rivanna Area Queer Center
@raqc-cville.bsky.social
The Rivanna Area Queer Center (RAQC) provides a safe refuge for all LGBTQIA+ people in Charlottesville and the surrounding counties, a loving home for our community, and a resource for our liberation.
We do not check messages here! E-mail [email protected] <3
We do not check messages here! E-mail [email protected] <3
Something old, something new, something borrowed, something blue!
Submissions for RAQC's winter gallery are now open! Submit your work that evokes the theme above. Submissions are due December 7th. See the form for more details!
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Submissions for RAQC's winter gallery are now open! Submit your work that evokes the theme above. Submissions are due December 7th. See the form for more details!
forms.gle/3NYzaBLQfNKZ...
November 7, 2025 at 1:35 PM
Something old, something new, something borrowed, something blue!
Submissions for RAQC's winter gallery are now open! Submit your work that evokes the theme above. Submissions are due December 7th. See the form for more details!
forms.gle/3NYzaBLQfNKZ...
Submissions for RAQC's winter gallery are now open! Submit your work that evokes the theme above. Submissions are due December 7th. See the form for more details!
forms.gle/3NYzaBLQfNKZ...
We are raffling off 14 $10 gift cards to The Scrappy Elephant! Fill out the form below to enter! 🎟️ 🖌️
Winners will be contacted on December 1st!
The giveaway was made possible by The Scrappy Elephant and their NonProfit Rewards Program. Thank you!
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Winners will be contacted on December 1st!
The giveaway was made possible by The Scrappy Elephant and their NonProfit Rewards Program. Thank you!
forms.gle/xQcmtf4uHHic...
November 5, 2025 at 1:35 PM
We are raffling off 14 $10 gift cards to The Scrappy Elephant! Fill out the form below to enter! 🎟️ 🖌️
Winners will be contacted on December 1st!
The giveaway was made possible by The Scrappy Elephant and their NonProfit Rewards Program. Thank you!
forms.gle/xQcmtf4uHHic...
Winners will be contacted on December 1st!
The giveaway was made possible by The Scrappy Elephant and their NonProfit Rewards Program. Thank you!
forms.gle/xQcmtf4uHHic...
Join the Queer Stitch Club for a 2-hour workshop!
Learn basic stitches🪡 , start a sunflower design🌻 , and leave with starter supplies-- no prior experience necessary!
Register at: tinyurl.com/RAQCStitchinTime
Only 15 seats total!
Pay what you can, suggestion donation: $20
Learn basic stitches🪡 , start a sunflower design🌻 , and leave with starter supplies-- no prior experience necessary!
Register at: tinyurl.com/RAQCStitchinTime
Only 15 seats total!
Pay what you can, suggestion donation: $20
October 30, 2025 at 12:25 PM
Join the Queer Stitch Club for a 2-hour workshop!
Learn basic stitches🪡 , start a sunflower design🌻 , and leave with starter supplies-- no prior experience necessary!
Register at: tinyurl.com/RAQCStitchinTime
Only 15 seats total!
Pay what you can, suggestion donation: $20
Learn basic stitches🪡 , start a sunflower design🌻 , and leave with starter supplies-- no prior experience necessary!
Register at: tinyurl.com/RAQCStitchinTime
Only 15 seats total!
Pay what you can, suggestion donation: $20
This week at RAQC! We’ve got groovy activities coming up every day. Check our feed for more info.
October 25, 2025 at 7:52 PM
This week at RAQC! We’ve got groovy activities coming up every day. Check our feed for more info.
Rumba Class with Caro on Thursday, October 30th! 💃
From 5:30pm - 6:30pm, no one will be turned away for lack of funds.
Offered on a donation basis, suggested donation is $15.
801 West Main Street
From 5:30pm - 6:30pm, no one will be turned away for lack of funds.
Offered on a donation basis, suggested donation is $15.
801 West Main Street
October 23, 2025 at 12:03 PM
Rumba Class with Caro on Thursday, October 30th! 💃
From 5:30pm - 6:30pm, no one will be turned away for lack of funds.
Offered on a donation basis, suggested donation is $15.
801 West Main Street
From 5:30pm - 6:30pm, no one will be turned away for lack of funds.
Offered on a donation basis, suggested donation is $15.
801 West Main Street
RAQC and thequeerliberationfront are collaborating on a Halloween Bash! 🔪 🩸 👻 🕷️
The theme for the evening is slasher horror!
Costumes encouraged this spooky night, and maybe you'll be nominated in our costume contest! 18+ to enter if you dare, 21+ to drink
October 31st, 7pm - 12am, 801 West Main St
The theme for the evening is slasher horror!
Costumes encouraged this spooky night, and maybe you'll be nominated in our costume contest! 18+ to enter if you dare, 21+ to drink
October 31st, 7pm - 12am, 801 West Main St
October 20, 2025 at 2:34 PM
RAQC and thequeerliberationfront are collaborating on a Halloween Bash! 🔪 🩸 👻 🕷️
The theme for the evening is slasher horror!
Costumes encouraged this spooky night, and maybe you'll be nominated in our costume contest! 18+ to enter if you dare, 21+ to drink
October 31st, 7pm - 12am, 801 West Main St
The theme for the evening is slasher horror!
Costumes encouraged this spooky night, and maybe you'll be nominated in our costume contest! 18+ to enter if you dare, 21+ to drink
October 31st, 7pm - 12am, 801 West Main St
Yin Yoga is moving to new timeslots! ☯️ 🧘♀️
1st Tuesdays at 6-7pm and 3rd Sundays @ 1-2pm
On a donation basis, bring a mat and a water!
1st Tuesdays at 6-7pm and 3rd Sundays @ 1-2pm
On a donation basis, bring a mat and a water!
October 17, 2025 at 12:25 PM
Yin Yoga is moving to new timeslots! ☯️ 🧘♀️
1st Tuesdays at 6-7pm and 3rd Sundays @ 1-2pm
On a donation basis, bring a mat and a water!
1st Tuesdays at 6-7pm and 3rd Sundays @ 1-2pm
On a donation basis, bring a mat and a water!
Board Game Night! To be hosted at RAQC every 2nd & 4th Wednesdays from 6:00 pm to 8:30 pm!
Any questions? E-mail [email protected]
Any questions? E-mail [email protected]
October 2, 2025 at 1:46 PM
Board Game Night! To be hosted at RAQC every 2nd & 4th Wednesdays from 6:00 pm to 8:30 pm!
Any questions? E-mail [email protected]
Any questions? E-mail [email protected]
Yin Yoga w/ Valentine is now on a routine schedule!
Every 1st and 3rd Saturday's at 11 am. Please bring your own mat + a water bottle!
Offered on a donation basis, no one will be turned away for lack of funds.
Contact [email protected] for more information.
Every 1st and 3rd Saturday's at 11 am. Please bring your own mat + a water bottle!
Offered on a donation basis, no one will be turned away for lack of funds.
Contact [email protected] for more information.
September 30, 2025 at 2:23 PM
Yin Yoga w/ Valentine is now on a routine schedule!
Every 1st and 3rd Saturday's at 11 am. Please bring your own mat + a water bottle!
Offered on a donation basis, no one will be turned away for lack of funds.
Contact [email protected] for more information.
Every 1st and 3rd Saturday's at 11 am. Please bring your own mat + a water bottle!
Offered on a donation basis, no one will be turned away for lack of funds.
Contact [email protected] for more information.
Tuesday September 23 at 6pm: our friendly local mobile mechanic, Lucky Break Repairs, is coming over to teach us some basic automotive maintenance skills. Want to know what to look out for when talking to mechanics? Need to learn how to change a tire or jumpstart an engine? Register now for this fre
September 18, 2025 at 10:37 PM
Tuesday September 23 at 6pm: our friendly local mobile mechanic, Lucky Break Repairs, is coming over to teach us some basic automotive maintenance skills. Want to know what to look out for when talking to mechanics? Need to learn how to change a tire or jumpstart an engine? Register now for this fre
Reposted by Rivanna Area Queer Center
Gun rights are the big trans news right now, but just because you have the right to own a gun, doesn't mean you ought to.
Everyone gets to decide for themselves about gun ownership writes Veronica Esposito, but statistics show you're more likely to use it to hurt yourself than for protection.
Everyone gets to decide for themselves about gun ownership writes Veronica Esposito, but statistics show you're more likely to use it to hurt yourself than for protection.
The Dangers of Gun Ownership — Assigned
In these scary times, it can be tempting to find a way to arm oneself, but its important to keep proper perspective of the real risks involved.
www.assignedmedia.org
September 9, 2025 at 11:19 AM
Gun rights are the big trans news right now, but just because you have the right to own a gun, doesn't mean you ought to.
Everyone gets to decide for themselves about gun ownership writes Veronica Esposito, but statistics show you're more likely to use it to hurt yourself than for protection.
Everyone gets to decide for themselves about gun ownership writes Veronica Esposito, but statistics show you're more likely to use it to hurt yourself than for protection.
1/x In the wake of current events, we at RAQC know that many members of the local queer community may be thinking about or actively purchasing a firearm.
September 9, 2025 at 3:51 PM
1/x In the wake of current events, we at RAQC know that many members of the local queer community may be thinking about or actively purchasing a firearm.
Transmasc Frat Night at RAQC!
Games, drinks, and camaraderie!
All individuals who identify as transmasc are welcome to attend.
Party starts at 7 PM!
21+ IDs to be checked at the door.
Free to enter and free to drink! Just make sure to check out our fundraiser drinking game at $10 a play!
Games, drinks, and camaraderie!
All individuals who identify as transmasc are welcome to attend.
Party starts at 7 PM!
21+ IDs to be checked at the door.
Free to enter and free to drink! Just make sure to check out our fundraiser drinking game at $10 a play!
September 9, 2025 at 11:00 AM
Transmasc Frat Night at RAQC!
Games, drinks, and camaraderie!
All individuals who identify as transmasc are welcome to attend.
Party starts at 7 PM!
21+ IDs to be checked at the door.
Free to enter and free to drink! Just make sure to check out our fundraiser drinking game at $10 a play!
Games, drinks, and camaraderie!
All individuals who identify as transmasc are welcome to attend.
Party starts at 7 PM!
21+ IDs to be checked at the door.
Free to enter and free to drink! Just make sure to check out our fundraiser drinking game at $10 a play!
Join Nikita Rain as she hosts group lessons for voice feminization (6pm), ukulele (6:45pm), and guitar (7:30pm)! These group lessons are for all levels, including complete beginners!
Nikita has been helping students find their talent through her private voice and music lessons for over two decades
Nikita has been helping students find their talent through her private voice and music lessons for over two decades
September 8, 2025 at 2:47 PM
Join Nikita Rain as she hosts group lessons for voice feminization (6pm), ukulele (6:45pm), and guitar (7:30pm)! These group lessons are for all levels, including complete beginners!
Nikita has been helping students find their talent through her private voice and music lessons for over two decades
Nikita has been helping students find their talent through her private voice and music lessons for over two decades
🌈 Come say hi at C'ville Pride this Saturday (9/6)! We'll be set up via booth with zines and stickers, so come meet our volunteers and learn more about the center!
If you've been looking for a way to get involved, this is a great opportunity! We hope to see you there!! 🏳️🌈
If you've been looking for a way to get involved, this is a great opportunity! We hope to see you there!! 🏳️🌈
September 3, 2025 at 3:11 PM
🌈 Come say hi at C'ville Pride this Saturday (9/6)! We'll be set up via booth with zines and stickers, so come meet our volunteers and learn more about the center!
If you've been looking for a way to get involved, this is a great opportunity! We hope to see you there!! 🏳️🌈
If you've been looking for a way to get involved, this is a great opportunity! We hope to see you there!! 🏳️🌈
Queer Game Night at RAQC!
Saturday, September 13th from 5:30 - 9:30 PM
Come play fun and exciting games, eat delicious snacks and drinks! Games are provided, but feel free to bring your own!
For more info, contact [email protected]
Saturday, September 13th from 5:30 - 9:30 PM
Come play fun and exciting games, eat delicious snacks and drinks! Games are provided, but feel free to bring your own!
For more info, contact [email protected]
September 3, 2025 at 11:01 AM
Queer Game Night at RAQC!
Saturday, September 13th from 5:30 - 9:30 PM
Come play fun and exciting games, eat delicious snacks and drinks! Games are provided, but feel free to bring your own!
For more info, contact [email protected]
Saturday, September 13th from 5:30 - 9:30 PM
Come play fun and exciting games, eat delicious snacks and drinks! Games are provided, but feel free to bring your own!
For more info, contact [email protected]
SUBMISSION DUE DATE HAS BEEN EXTENDED TO SEPTEMBER 10TH!
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September 1, 2025 at 3:24 PM
SUBMISSION DUE DATE HAS BEEN EXTENDED TO SEPTEMBER 10TH!
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The Queer Stitch Club now has a new schedule!
Every 2nd and 4th Thursdays from 6:30 - 8:30 PM
Join the optional WhatsApp Chat at tinyurl.com/RAQCStitch
Every 2nd and 4th Thursdays from 6:30 - 8:30 PM
Join the optional WhatsApp Chat at tinyurl.com/RAQCStitch
August 28, 2025 at 11:01 AM
The Queer Stitch Club now has a new schedule!
Every 2nd and 4th Thursdays from 6:30 - 8:30 PM
Join the optional WhatsApp Chat at tinyurl.com/RAQCStitch
Every 2nd and 4th Thursdays from 6:30 - 8:30 PM
Join the optional WhatsApp Chat at tinyurl.com/RAQCStitch
Yin Yoga with Valentine on Saturday, August 30th at 11 am!
Offered on a donation basis, no one will be turned away for lack of funds. Bring a yoga mat and some water, and get ready to stretch!
Offered on a donation basis, no one will be turned away for lack of funds. Bring a yoga mat and some water, and get ready to stretch!
August 24, 2025 at 8:44 PM
Yin Yoga with Valentine on Saturday, August 30th at 11 am!
Offered on a donation basis, no one will be turned away for lack of funds. Bring a yoga mat and some water, and get ready to stretch!
Offered on a donation basis, no one will be turned away for lack of funds. Bring a yoga mat and some water, and get ready to stretch!
Sorry for the inconvenience, our bathroom is currently out of order from 7/10-7/15 while we work to make it more accessible.
July 8, 2025 at 6:47 PM
Sorry for the inconvenience, our bathroom is currently out of order from 7/10-7/15 while we work to make it more accessible.
Queer Stich club
Every other Thursday 6:30-8:30
Thursday June 26, July 10 & 24, August 7 & 21
801 W main Street
Every other Thursday 6:30-8:30
Thursday June 26, July 10 & 24, August 7 & 21
801 W main Street
June 22, 2025 at 11:00 PM
Queer Stich club
Every other Thursday 6:30-8:30
Thursday June 26, July 10 & 24, August 7 & 21
801 W main Street
Every other Thursday 6:30-8:30
Thursday June 26, July 10 & 24, August 7 & 21
801 W main Street
Today we remember Juneteenth. More than ever it's powerful to celebrate moments of liberation. We aren't free until we're all free. That's why we gather and take care of each other.
May you find some joy and connection today among the heavy news. Our door is open.
Info graphic courtesy of PBS
May you find some joy and connection today among the heavy news. Our door is open.
Info graphic courtesy of PBS
June 19, 2025 at 12:40 PM
Today we remember Juneteenth. More than ever it's powerful to celebrate moments of liberation. We aren't free until we're all free. That's why we gather and take care of each other.
May you find some joy and connection today among the heavy news. Our door is open.
Info graphic courtesy of PBS
May you find some joy and connection today among the heavy news. Our door is open.
Info graphic courtesy of PBS
Following the recent Supreme Court decision in United States vs Skrmetti to uphold the Tennessee law banning gender-affirming care for youth, RAQC will be providing drop-in support Wednesday 6/18 from 5:30 - 8pm and Thursday 6/19 from 12 - 9pm. Everyone is welcome to come and be held in community du
June 18, 2025 at 5:21 PM
Following the recent Supreme Court decision in United States vs Skrmetti to uphold the Tennessee law banning gender-affirming care for youth, RAQC will be providing drop-in support Wednesday 6/18 from 5:30 - 8pm and Thursday 6/19 from 12 - 9pm. Everyone is welcome to come and be held in community du